Cytogenetic Tech Trainee
About The Position
This is a training position for a Cytogenetic Tech Trainee in Chantilly, VA. The role involves performing clinical lab testing and scientific examinations under supervision, with the goal of preparing the incumbent to become a Cytogenetic Technologist. The training program includes lectures, practical laboratory work, and instructional objectives. Trainees are assessed through direct observation and satisfactory performance in training modules, with sign-off from the Trainer and Program Manager. The position requires adherence to Six Sigma quality standards and involves working with laboratory instrumentation, quality control, and quality assurance procedures. Trainees are expected to achieve passing scores on national examinations and maintain confidentiality.
Requirements
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
- Demonstrated knowledge or proficiency in computer skills.
- Bachelor's Degree: Bachelors of Arts or Sciences degree in a physical, chemical or biological science from an accredited college or university as required by the clinical laboratory specialty (Required)
- Current state licensure, if applicable (Required)
Nice To Haves
- Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates the ability to acquire knowledge and technical skills.
- Completes instructional or learning objectives as provided by the Program Manager or Trainer.
- Understands analytical processes, interprets analytical results, and appreciates the clinical significance of analyses performed in a Cytogenetics laboratory.
- Maintains professional, interpersonal relations and interacts effectively with others as a committed team member.
- Communicates clearly, politely, and respectfully to peers, technicians, technologists, supervisors, and managers.
- Uses discretion by not discussing company, departmental or personal problems in public areas.
- Demonstrates a learning orientation and achieves passing scores on National Examination upon completion of the Training Program.
- Takes the initiative to complete assigned tasks and demonstrates commitment, reliability, trustworthiness, and accountability for participating and completing learning activities.
- Under supervision, performs clinical tests following Six Sigma quality standards.
- Exhibits skills and proficiency in applying technical principles and techniques of cytogenetics technology.
- Works with laboratory instrumentation, quality control and quality assurance.
- Identifies problems related to learning activities, attempts to resolve them, refers them to the proper individual(s) when appropriate, and follows appropriate Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Recognizes problems, initiates troubleshooting steps to evaluate testing failures, and notifies the Supervisor or Trainer for additional assistance or support, if required.
- Uses solutions, reagents, filtration, centrifugation, slides preparation and/or staining techniques to prepare specimens/samples for laboratory delivery, examination, screens, and/or testing.
- Under supervision, interprets test results, and assures test results are accurate and/or acceptable.
- Achieves a passing score of 70% or better on the written examination at the end of each laboratory rotation.
- Demonstrates competency and comprehension of the technical aspects for each training module.
- Follows established company and department policies and procedures.
- Follows the guidelines for safety, environmental, and infection control.
- Demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality.
Benefits
- Day 1 Medical
- supplemental health
- dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
- Best-in-class well-being programs
- Annual, no-cost health assessment program
- Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time
- 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
- FinFit financial coaching and services
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual incentive plans
- Matching gifts program
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
- Career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
